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Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: SNLUH Staff Nurse (General) Grade Code: 2135 County: Donegal, Letterkenny University Hospital Hse Area: HSE West and North West Region Staff Category: Nursing Contract Type: Permanent, Whole time, Temporary, part-time Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances Informal Enquiries: ED, Cancer Services: Ms Siobhan Kelly, Assistant Director of Nursing/Service Manager Cancer, Ambulatory & Emergency Care Phone: 087 4006747 Email: Siobhan.kellylgh@hse.ie Medical, Acute Stroke Unit, CCU: Lisa Friel Assistant Director of Nursing Medical Directorate, Letterkenny University Hospital Tel Number: 087 4514491 Email: lisa.friel@hse.ie Surgical, Theatre: Sinead Bolton, ADON Perioperative Tel: 087 3607557 Email: sinead.bolton@hse.ie Gynae, Paediatrics: Marion Doogan Assistant Director of Midwifery Tel 087 1918884 Email: marion.doogan@hse.ie Closing Date: ROLLING CAMPAIGN Letterkenny University Hospital have on going opportunities for Staff Nurse. In order to meet this requirement, this advertisement will remain live for the foreseeable future so that qualified Staff Nurse candidates can submit applications throughout the year. Location of Post West North West Region Initial assignment will be to Letterkenny University Hospital. The successful candidate may be required to work in any service area within the vicinity as the need arises. A panel may be created from this recruitment campaign from which all current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full and part-time duration may be filled throughout Letterkenny University Hospital. Access to the Enhanced Nurse/Senior Enhanced Nurse role is available through this campaign (pending eligibility).
L8412 Electrician
Remuneration The Salary scale for the post (as at 01/03/2025) is: €41,153 - €42,299 - €45,106 - €45,388 - €45,670 - €45,951 - €46,235 - €46,517 - €46,800 - €47,082 - €47,395 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies Reporting Relationship The post holder will: · Report to the Buildings foremen & Maintenance Manager · Assist the Electrical Foreman/ Maintenance Manager Purpose of the Post · To carry out electrical duties including maintenance and minor projects at Letterkenny University Hospital. To assist in the preparation of all electrical specification and electrical planning required for the hospital. · To assist the Maintenance Foreman and the Maintenance Supervisor on maintaining the hospitals’ electrical systems. Principal Duties and Responsibilities · The person holding this post is required to support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all timers and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree. · Maintain throughout the hospital awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities. · Performance management systems are part of role and you will be required trio participate in the Groups performance management programme. Principle Duties The Electrician will: · Operate and maintain the electrical and mechanical services of Letterkenny University Hospital in accordance with National and European regulations and best practice. · Carry out electrical installation works, as required · Implement a preventative maintenance program for the electrical and mechanical services. · Assist with the development of management systems for the performance of maintenance on the electrical and mechanical services, incorporating best practice and quality control procedures. · Record all maintenance activities in a professional manner. · Maintain a computerised asset register of equipment and plant items for the electrical and mechanical services. · Implement an energy conservation programme associated with the electrical and mechanical services. · Maintain the telecommunications system and equipment. · Participate in the management of new development projects, as required. · Perform maintenance of the building fabric and the hospital grounds, where required. · Participate in a formal emergency on-call service as required. · Have knowledge of, and ensure all work is conducted in accordance with Health Technical Memorandum 06 for the electrical services. · Operate and maintain the following systems: o Building energy and management systems o MV electrical systems and back-up generators o LV electrical Systems o UPS Power Systems o Telecommunication, IT & BMS systems o Fire alarms o Nurse call o Heating ventilation and refrigeration systems o Medical gas systems o Lifts o Medical equipment, as assigned o HVAC systems and control o Emergency lighting systems · Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools. · Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. · Inspect electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair and to ensure compliance with codes. · Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous. · Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. · Plan, layout and install electrical wiring and associated containment systems such as trunking, trays and conduits, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and national regulations. · Create holes in the building fabric, wall and floors etc. · Direct and train other workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures. · Prepare / follow drawings to determine the location of wiring and equipment and to ensure conformance to building and safety codes. · Repair / replace and connect power cables and install ground leads to equipment, such as motors etc. · Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment. · Work from ladders, scaffolds, roofs and hydraulic hoists and platforms to install, maintain or repair electrical and mechanical services, equipment and fixtures. · Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications. · Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit and moving and lifting heavy objects. · Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights and generators and driving required vehicles. · Assist other trades with maintenance duties not related to mechanical or electrical services, such as carpenters and plumbers. · Supervise contractors in the performance of their work, when requested to do so. · Drive and operate vehicles such as vans, cherry pickers and hydraulic platforms. General Responsibilities The Electrician will: · Manage materials, equipment, finances and contractors associated with the Maintenance Department. · Develop specifications for tender, as required. · Manage the maintenance service within allocated budgetary constraints. · Plan, organise and control the work, such that a continuous and quality service is provided to the hospital. · Compile and record maintenance reports associated with the work consistent with best practice and quality control measures. · Maintain good outward communications with medical personnel, patients, senior management and committees within the hospital. · Promote a quality working environment within the Estates Department. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. KPIs · The identification and development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which are congruent with the hospital’s service plan targets. · The development of Action Plans to address KPI targets. · Driving and promoting a Performance Management culture. · In conjunction with line manager assist in the development of a Performance Management system for your profession. · The management and delivery of KPIs as a routine and core business objective. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL CONDITIONS · Employees must attend fire lectures periodically and must observe fire orders. · All accidents within the Department must be reported immediately. · Infection Control Policies must be adhered to. · In line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 all staff must comply with all safety regulations and audits. · In line with the Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Act 2004, smoking within the Hospital Building is not permitted. · Hospital uniform code must be adhered to. · Provide information that meets the need of Senior Management. Risk Management, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety · The management of Risk, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. · The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility. · The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves and comply with HIQA and other relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures & Standards and attend training as appropriate in the following areas: o Continuous Quality Improvement Initiatives o Document Control Information Management Systems o Risk Management Strategy and Policies o Hygiene Related Policies, Procedures and Standards o Decontamination Code of Practice o Infection Control Policies o Safety Statement, Health & Safety Policies and Fire Procedure o Data Protection and confidentiality Policies · The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they become familiar with the requirements stated within the Risk Management Strategy and that they comply with the Hospitals Risk Management Incident/Near miss reporting Policies and Procedures. · The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they comply with hygiene services requirements in your area of responsibility. Hygiene Services incorporates environment and facilities, hand hygiene, catering, cleaning, the management of laundry, waste, sharps and equipment. · The post holder must foster and support a quality improvement culture through-out your area of responsibility in relation to hygiene services. · It is the post holders’ specific responsibility for Quality & Risk Management, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety will be clarified to you in the induction process and by your line manager. · The post holder must take reasonable care for his or her own actions and the effect that these may have upon the safety of others. · The post holder must cooperate with management, attend Health & Safety related training and not undertake any task for which they have not been authorised and adequately trained. · The post holder is required to bring to the attention of a responsible person any perceived shortcoming in our safety arrangements or any defects in work equipment. · It is the responsibility of the post holder to be aware of and comply with the HSE Health Care Records Management / Integrated Discharge Planning (HCRM / IDP) Code of Practice. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must have at the latest date of application: - 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience of Minimum 3 years, etc a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: i. Possess a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Level 6 (or higher) Advanced Certificate Craft – Electrical (or equivalent qualification). Or ii. Possess the National Craft Certificate issued by FETAC Or iii. Possess the Senior Trade Certificate issued by the Department of Education. Or iv. Possess a Level 3 Technical/Trade qualification or equivalent issued by City & Guilds, London And (b) Candidates must have the requisite technical knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability) to discharge the functions of the post 2. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements · Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in electrical engineering, installation, operation and maintenance, in industrial, domestic type buildings and/or healthcare setting, as relevant to the role, including 10,000-volt electrical systems. · Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years post Qualification experience. · Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in managing electrical services and contractors, as relevant to the role. · As this post may involve the driving of HSE owned vehicles, the successful candidate is required to hold a full clean Drivers Licence category B · Have successfully undertaken or be willing to undertake the Solas Safe Pass Health & Safety Awareness Training Programme, or equivalent approved training programme. ( Please note if you have not undertaken this training, you will be required to successfully complete this training on taking up the post ). Other requirements specific to the post · Access to transport, as this post will involve frequent travel between sites. · Candidates should live within a reasonable travel time of Letterkenny University Hospital, such that emergencies can be responded to within a reasonable period of time. · The post holder will be required to carry a HSE mobile phone or bleep during working hours. · Due to the nature of the business of the hospital, some of the works will be conducted outdoors (on roofs etc.) and in difficult weather conditions. The post holder will be required to work in all weather conditions when requested to do so, or when circumstances dictate. · Some overtime will be required, periodically. · The post holder may be required to participate in emergency call outs. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must: Technical / Professional Knowledge · Demonstrate the knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the post including knowledge of National and European standards for electrical power. · Demonstrate knowledge of electrical engineering, installation, operation and maintenance, in an industrial setting, as relevant to the role. · Demonstrate knowledge of 10,000 volt electrical systems. · Demonstrate an ability to develop and write technical engineering reports. · Demonstrate evidence of computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and e-mail, as relevant to the role. · Demonstrate knowledge of current Fire, Health & Safety and Building regulations. · Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information, solve problems and make decisions in a timely manner. Planning and Organisational Skills · Demonstrate experience in the measurement of materials and organising tools and equipment to complete maintenance and project work. · Demonstrate experience in the implementation and management of work schedules. · Demonstrate experience in the development of method safety statements. · Demonstrate evidence of effective planning and organising skills. · Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of value for money in the performance of work. · Demonstrate the ability to manage deadlines and handle multiple tasks effectively. · Demonstrate experience in working effectively under pressure. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service · Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service; including an awareness and appreciation of the service user such as patients, general public, medical and non-medical staff. Team & Leadership Work · Demonstrate team working and leadership skills within a multi disciplinary team. · Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative. · Demonstrate the ability to work within a multi disciplinary team to resolve problems and implement solutions. Communication / Interpersonal skills · Demonstrate effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner, written and verbal. · Demonstrate an ability to receive and implement instructions in an effective and efficient manner. · Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore, it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Code of Practice The Health Service Executive / Public Appointments Service will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness might be applied on a principal basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Additional information on the HSE’s review process is available in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, information for candidates”. Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on www.cpsa.ie
Yard/Store Assistant
Opportunity Reporting to the Homeland Branch Manager, the successful candidate will work as part of a close-knit team to ensure an excellent customer experience is provided to all Homeland customers. This opportunity has extensive growth opportunities for the successful candidate who demonstrates a drive & a will to go the extra mile in their daily operations. Key Responsibilities · Assisting in loading and unloading materials · Safely operate forklifts to move materials · Maintain a clean and organised yard storing stock correctly · Dealing with customers queries, ensuring customer retention and maintaining customer satisfaction · Merchandising · Developing a working knowledge of the Core system · Ad hoc tasks, duties and projects as required Skills and Competencies · Previous experience working in a retail environment · Strong customer service skills · Strong communication skills · An ability to work on own initiative · Drive and willingness to be flexible · Strong knowledge of the agricultural sector · Full clean drivers license is required CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
General Operative
BWG Foods are currently recruiting for the position of General Operative on a Permanent Full-Time basis in VC Letterkenny. BWG Foods owns and operates the SPAR, EUROSPAR, MACE, Londis and XL brands in the Republic of Ireland, working in partnership with independent retailers with more than 1,000 stores serving local communities right across the country. The stores serve in excess of one million shoppers every single day. The wholesale division of BWG Foods also includes BWG Foodservice, Corrib Food Products and Williams Gate, as well as Value Centre and 4 Aces, our nationwide network of Cash and Carry branches. Duties of a General Operative include: · Order assembly · Support deliveries · Stock replenishment & merchandising point of sale · Customer service queries · Picking & checking orders · Other house-keeping duties · Stock Taking experience · Warehouse computerised stock control Job requirements The suitable General Operative should: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Team Leader
Role Responsibility We are passionate about celebrating our customers’ life moments and are now looking for a Team Leader to join our very successful cardfactory family to help fulfil this. With a real focus on customer experience and operational excellence, our Team Leaders play a key part in driving the success of our stores. As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for supporting your Store Manager in their goals to delivering commercial growth and developing a team culture of putting the customer at the heart of everything we do. You will lead the way for our store teams, not only in the absence of the Store Manager but leading the team to deliver great standards and exceptional service every day. The Ideal Candidate CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
